How much does a photo shoot location cost to rent in San Mateo?
Photo shoot locations in San Mateo average $299 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for.
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Popular photo shoot locations
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from$150/hr
Bright Studio Space in Downtown San Mateo
Central San Mateo, CA
5.0(21)
25Art Studio
...an artist studio with professional lighting. We have two movable walls that can be used as backdrops. Perfect for space for photo shoots, video recording and more. You will have access to our indoor and outdoor spaces. We're conveniently located in Downtown San Mateo...
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from$950/hr
Cozy state-of-the-art Outdoor Patio in Downtown San Mateo
North Central, San Mateo, CA
120
Restaurant Patio
...You’ll find that all our aesthetically pleasing spaces offer something for almost every event: • Corporate meetings • Workshops • Presentations • Video shoots • Film shoots • Photo shoots • Birthdays • Weddings • Receptions • Baby showers • Graduation parties • Networking events • Holiday parties • Cocktail parties...
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from$100/hr
Classic Twist On Photography Space
Central San Mateo, CA
5.0(7)
20Photo Studio
Very cool unique Photography Studio in San Mateo. In the heart of Silicon Valley and San Francisco. Near downtown San Mateo. Great location right off the freeway. Like being in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Legendary photographer Pat Johnson (www.patjohnson.com) designed it from...
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from$275/hr
Cool Nostalgic Train Car Room
North Central, San Mateo, CA
40
Restaurant
...every event: • Birthdays • Weddings • Receptions • Baby showers • Graduation parties • Networking events • Holiday parties • Cocktail parties • Corporate meetings • Workshops • Presentations • Video shoots • Film shoots • Photo shoots
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from$2,000/hr
Industrial-Chic Train Station Restaurant Buyout
North Central, San Mateo, CA
200
Restaurant
...Outdoor Patio. You’ll find that all our spaces offer something for almost every event: • Corporate meetings • Workshops • Presentations • Video shoots • Film shoots • Photo shoots • Birthdays • Weddings • Receptions • Baby showers • Graduation parties • Networking events • Holiday parties • Cocktail parties ** Food and beverages are available from the...
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from$400/hr
Bento Box Home in San Mateo (P)
Central San Mateo, CA
5.0(3)
30House
Available 7-days a week | 6AM-10PM $4,000 Rental Minimum (10-hrs) The Bento Box home in San Mateo is perfect for your next event, professional meeting, or production. We've hosted all sorts of activities in the past and are certain our space is the perfect for...
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from$170/hr
San Mateo Recital and rehearsal space
Central San Mateo, CA
4.9(7)
60Recital Space
Our small recital hall is ideal for student and chamber music concerts. There are 2 grand pianos on stage. Rehearsals, lectures, masterclasses are also possible. Space is also available for art exhibitions as well as there is track lighting along the walls. Kitchenette and warm...
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from$180/hr
a beautiful instagrammable space near San Francisco and minutes from downtown San mateo
Baywood - Aragon, San Mateo, CA
5.0(10)
6Single-Family Home
...light and shadows to create most amazing photo moments. Let it be a family photo shoot or a instagram photo or the next photo shoot for your brand, let it be for anything, you are rest assured that the pictures would be better than you...
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from$125/hr
Bright, Spacious Home with Stunning Updated Backyard with Pool
Hillsdale, San Mateo, CA
4.9(29)
25House
Our 2,500 square foot home is on an approximately 10,000 square foot lot - so lots of space and a lot of scenery and staging options for your production. The home interior is clean, spacious, well-appointed and has plenty of natural light as well as...
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Frequently Asked Questions
How popular are photo shoot locations in San Mateo?
Our local hosts have welcomed 47797+ people into their photo shoot locations with reviews averaging 4.95 stars. Most even said they would book again -- about 99%.
How long do people rent photo shoot locations in San Mateo?
Most photo shoot locations are scheduled for 5 hours, with 10 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Photo Shoots starting between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM.
Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary data from bookings made on Peerspace from 2016-2024.
Reviews for photo shoot locations
Shaun S.
Classic Twist On Photography Space
Pat and his photography space were absolute delights.
First about the space: it's a treasure trove of photography and quirky knick knacks. It made for the perfect background for our video shoot.
About Pat: in addition to being a swell guy, he was open to letting us use his...
Ross S.
Menlo Park Production Studio
Terrific space for a simple shoot. White wall has been expanded since this photo was taken so there is plenty of space to shoot both white or green screen. Bathroom and changing area/shower are beautiful. Easy access for props through garage door...
Byron H.
Menlo Park Production Studio
photographer and he was present and assisting for the entire shoot. He was considerate and ready to provide whatever was needed. The space is excellent and the cyclorama wall is larger than I had imagined from the photos. I will definitely be booking the space again. Thank you Bernard for...
Austin G.
Unique industrial warehouse for full video production (w/ infinity cyclorama)
The space was everything we hoped for. We were producing a last minute photo shoot and needed a lot of flexibility from the owner of the studio. Jesse was extremely understanding and worked with us to make the shoot successful.
Six stars if I could...
Allegra S.
Unique industrial warehouse space for events, full video production, photography and more!
with Jesse and his recommended lighting expert. They were accommodating and helped us through our questions and planning. The space suited our needs for shooting photography and videography of our truck...
Silvia L.
Unique industrial warehouse for full video production (w/ infinity cyclorama)
using this space. Jesse and his photographer were amazing and offered so much hospitality. The space is perfect for any team gathering for a photo shoot and even happy hour. The cameraman took the most beautiful pictures and had such a great ideas! I can’t wait till we receive...
Andy M.
Beautiful Modern Soundstage / Film Studio with Full Cyc and Lots of Parking
Excellent Studio + super friendly/helpful hosts makes this an ideal location for any video or photo shoot. 10/10 would definitely recommend this location...
Kaitlyn P.
Beautiful Modern Soundstage / Film Studio with Full Cyc and Lots of Parking
cast and crew. My only issue was that the overhead lights were featured in the photos but then I learned day of that each one cost an additional $50 to use for the shoot. I would understand additional floor lights and equipment but I was taken off guard that the...